CAUTION
If a large amount of unburned gasoline flows into the converter, it may overheat and create a fire hazard. To
prevent this, observe the following precautions and explain them to your customer.
1. Use only unleaded gasoline.
2. Do not run the engine while the car is at rest for a long time. Avoid running the engine at fast idle for more than
10 minutes and at idle speed for more than 20 minutes.
3. Avoid spark-jump tests. Do spark-jumps only when absolutely necessary. Perform this test as rapidly as
possible and, while testing, never race the engine.
4. Do not measure engine compression for an extended time. Engine compression tests must be made as rapidly
as possible.
5. Do not run the engine when the fuel tank is nearly empty. This may cause the engine to misfire and create an
extra load on the converter.
6. Avoid coasting with the ignition turned off and during prolonged braking.
7. Do not dispose of a used catalytic converter together with parts contaminated with gasoline or oil.
SRS SYSTEM COMPONENTS INFORMATION
CUSTOMER CAUTIONS
Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence could cause the airbag system to be deployed
unexpectedly during servicing, and a serious accident to occur. Further, if there is a mistake in servicing the airbag
system, it is possible that the airbag may fail to operate when required. Before servicing (including removal or
installation of parts, inspection or replacement), be sure to read the following items carefully, then follow the correct
procedures described in the repair manual.
1. Work must be started approx. 30 seconds or longer after the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and
the negative (-) battery cable is disconnected. (The airbag system is equipped with a back-up power source. If
work is started within 30 seconds when disconnecting the negative (-) battery cable of the battery, the airbag
may be operative.) When the negative (-) terminal cable is disconnected from the battery, the clock and audio
systems memories will be erased. Before starting work, record the setting of the audio memory system. When
work is finished, reset the audio system as before and adjust the clock.
2. Malfunction symptoms of the airbag system are difficult to confirm, so diagnostic codes become the most
important source of information when troubleshooting. When troubleshooting the airbag system, always read the
diagnostic trouble codes before disconnecting the battery.
3. Never use airbag parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, replace them with new parts.
4. Never attempt to disassemble and repair the airbag modules, SRSCM, clock spring and Air-bag wiring harness
in order to reuse it.
5. If the SRSCM or air-bag module have been dropped, or if there are cracks, dents or other defects in the case,
bracket or connector, replace them with new ones.
6. After work on the airbag system is completed, reset the SRS SRI.